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EPISODE · Oct 22, 2025 · 3 MIN

Why the Billable Hour is Killing Accounting Talent (and What to Measure Instead)

from The CAS Cache · host Luke Templin

The billable hour is burning out accounting talent, and it’s not just a staffing problem. It’s a measurement problem.In this episode of The CAS Cache, Luke Templin shares why the billable hour has become the worst KPI in accounting and how the Labor Efficiency Ratio (LER) offers a more innovative alternative.You’ll learn:Why utilization is a lagging indicatorHow LER measures value instead of timeThe mindset shift firms need to move from compliance to advisory🔗Join The Kick C@$ Community to connect with other CAS leaders tackling the same items as you. 😎Sponsored by Full Stadium Marketing

The billable hour is burning out accounting talent, and it’s not just a staffing problem. It’s a measurement problem.In this episode of The CAS Cache, Luke Templin shares why the billable hour has become the worst KPI in accounting and how the Labor Efficiency Ratio (LER) offers a more innovative alternative.You’ll learn:Why utilization is a lagging indicatorHow LER measures value instead of timeThe mindset shift firms need to move from compliance to advisory🔗Join The Kick C@$ Community to connect with other CAS leaders tackling the same items as you. 😎Sponsored by Full Stadium Marketing

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